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The Petra Prins Collection brings the beauty of antique Dutch chintz to your sewing room. Designed by Petra Prins and produced by Devonstone Collection, these fabrics are faithful reproductions of the floral chintzes and indienne prints treasured in 17th-, 18th-, and 19th-century European quilts.

Each design is drawn from historical textiles — the large-scale blooms, trailing vines and rich, gently faded palettes that give antique quilts their depth and character. They're a natural choice for reproduction quilts, traditional patchwork, broderie perse, English paper piecing and appliqué, and they sit just as comfortably in dressmaking and heirloom projects.

Printed on 100% cotton at approximately 112cm wide, the Petra Prins Collection is sold by the metre, cut from the bolt in 25cm increments. Whether you're recreating a documented antique quilt or simply love the timeless look of a good chintz, these are prints worth keeping on the shelf.

This is a new and growing range at Megelles. We're starting with a small selection and adding to the Petra Prins Collection over the next twelve months, so it's worth checking back to see what's arrived.

What is Petra Prins fabric?
Petra Prins fabric is a range of reproduction quilting cottons designed by Dutch quilter Petra Prins and produced by Devonstone Collection. The prints are faithful reproductions of antique Dutch chintz and indienne textiles from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, known for their large-scale florals and rich, historical colours.

Is Petra Prins fabric suitable for reproduction quilts?
Yes. Petra Prins prints are designed specifically for reproduction and heritage-style quilts. They suit traditional patchwork, broderie perse, English paper piecing and appliqué, and pair well with other antique reproduction fabrics. The 100% cotton base also makes them ideal for hand and machine work alike.

How is Petra Prins fabric sold at Megelles?
Petra Prins fabric is sold by the metre and cut from the bolt in 25cm increments. One unit is ¼m (25 x 112cm), and multiple units are cut as a single continuous length wherever possible. The fabric is 100% cotton and approximately 112cm wide. Megelles ships Australia-wide. 

 

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